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So Cultured Podcast1. The bombshell behind bluetooth + supervisor sabotaged my PhD | OVERLOOKED 💉 We’re BACK with the FIRST episode of… OVERLOOKED - this series we are looking on the other side of HIS-tory at some of the most iconic women in stem. Now these women’s achievements have usually been overlooked in the past so we want to shed light on these amazing women and their contributions to stem. This was a highly requested theme so we can’t wait for you to listen! This week we are highlighting a very iconic woman. A woman who lived a life of contrasts, she was an actress but an inventor, and was very much in the...2025-07-2346 min
So Cultured Podcast8. Are chemtrails real? + my lab mate offered me DR*GS?! ✈️ We’re BACK with the FINAL episode of… DEBUNKED - this series we are debunking (maybe) the most iconic conspiracy theories with SCIENCE. This week we are diving into one of the more recent conspiracy theories… are CHEMTRAILS real? Well we investigate the aerosol bioweapons, weather manipulation, the physics of contrails, and whether the government are actually using planes to release chemicals into the atmosphere!CHECK OUT XITE: https://xiteyourmind.co.uk/ AD😳 We also have some brand new laboraTEAAAA to share with you guys this season, and you guys have sent us some crazy stor...2025-04-3058 min
So Cultured Podcast7. Did dinosaurs actually exist? + he stole GOLD from my professor⏰ omgosh.. we are on the penultimate episode of debunked.. we cannot believe it. This week we are talking all about DINOSAURS and the mysterious ASTEROID that apparently wiped them all out… is it a myth or real life? Well, lets talk all things fossils, iridium + evolution to figure this mystery out!😳 for this weeks gosss, a listener witnessed a peer stealing GOLD from their professor mid lecture.. tune into find out what they did…🗒️Have your own LaboraTEA to share? Click our 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻𝘆𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... or email us at soculturedpodcast...2025-04-2354 min
So Cultured Podcast6. Microchips in vaccines + my lab runs a pyramid scheme... | DEBUNKED Episode 6 💉 We’re BACK with the 6th episode of… DEBUNKED - this series we are debunking (maybe) the most iconic conspiracy theories with SCIENCE. This week we are diving into one of the more recent conspiracy theories… are there MICROCHIPS IN VACCINES? Well we investigate the current vaccine technology, why 5G is relevant, and whether this would TRULY be possible!CHECK OUT AUDEMIC: https://audemic.io/?utm_source=liinks... and you can use code ' SOCULTURED20' for 20% off! AD😳 We also have some brand new laboraTEAAAA to share with you guys this season, and you guys hav...2025-04-1649 min
So Cultured Podcast5. Is time travel possible + why i LEFT my lab... | DEBUNKED Episode 5⏰ IT'S episode 5 of DEBUNKED and today we're diving into the question 'IS TIME TRAVEL POSSIBLE'? from wormholes, to the international space station to a 'real life' time traveller spotted in Kiev, Ukraine? we're unpacking it all today and talking about the SCIENCE behind time travel.CHECK OUT AUDEMIC: https://audemic.io/?utm_source=liinks... and you can use code ' SOCULTURED20' for 20% off!😳 for this weeks laboraTEA, we hear from a listeners whos colleague sh*t talked her to the ENTIRE DEPARTMENT before she even got a chance to know anyon...2025-04-0948 min
So Cultured Podcast4. Is the earth flat? + my supervisor plays God | DEBUNKED Episode 4🌍 We’re BACK with the fourth episode of… DEBUNKED - this series we are debunking (maybe) the most iconic conspiracy theories with SCIENCE. This week we are diving into one of the more wildddd conspiracy theories… IS THE EARTH FLAT? Well, we investigate the history and “science” behind why the earth might be flat… featuring a scientist named Samuel Rowbotham! 🔬😳 We also have some brand new laboraTEAAAA to share with you guys this season, and you guys have sent us some crazy stories to cover. This week, a listener has written in to tell us all about a supervisor wh...2025-04-0249 min
So Cultured Podcast3. Are we living in a simulation? + clubbing with your professor? | DEBUNKED Episode 3🚀 WELCOME BACK, CULTURED ONES! This week we’re diving into E3 of DEBUNKED and this one’s a mind bender. Today, we’re asking: Are we living in a simulation?🧠 from glitchy déjà vu to evidence quantum electrons acting SUS, we’re exploring the scientific evidence behind the Simulation Hypothesis. Could reality as we know it be a sophisticated computer program? We’re breaking down theories from quantum physics, computer science, and philosophy. 💻 This episode was especially tough to research (physics girly, Liv is not 😅), so shoutout to our sponsor Jenni AI for helping us get starte...2025-03-261h 04
So Cultured Podcast2. Covid was a lab leak? + my uni friend is obsessed with me | DEBUNKED Episode 2🦠 We’re BACK with the second episode of… DEBUNKED - this series we are debunking (maybe) the most iconic conspiracy theories with SCIENCE. This week we are diving into one of the most requested conspiracy theories… WAS SARS-CoV-2 LEAKED FROM A LAB? Well we investigate the wuhan virology institute and their activities leading up to the pandemic, virus engineering, and dodgy initial health reports…🔬CHECK OUT AUDEMIC: https://audemic.io/?utm_source=liinks... and you can use code ' SOCULTURED20' for 20% off!😳 We also have some brand new laboraTEAAAA to share with you guys this seaso...2025-03-1959 min
So Cultured Podcast1. The moon landing was fake? + a lab romance is ruining my life... | DEBUNKED Episode 1🚀 WELCOME BACK! This is the FIRST episode of SERIES 5 , DEBUNKED - this series we are debunking (maybe) the most iconic conspiracy theories with SCIENCE. First up, we are tackling the theory that the MOON LANDING WAS A HOAX. We dive into the photograph anomalies, the hidden clues left in horror films and talk all about the van allen radiation belts🔬CHECK OUT AUDEMIC: https://audemic.io/?utm_source=liinks... and you can use code ' SOCULTURED20' for 20% off!SEASON 5 GIVEAWAY WINNER is @millie.2.5.7 ! Please DM us on instagram or tiktok where we will a...2025-03-1254 min
So Cultured Podcast8. ORIGINS OF THE INTERNET + monkeys escaped from the lab...AGAIN?🛜 WHAT? IT'S THE LAST EPISODE OF season four 'ORIGINS' and today we are talking all about the INTERNET 🌐..❓How the hell did the internet start? WHO started it? We're covering the history of the internet from start to finish! We also talk about how playboy helped with JPEG & Google's new Sycamore x CHIP!😳And for our last listener story of the season, we read an email from a listener all about how MONKEYS keep escaping from a south carolina lab... that bloody caretaker.. 🤣🗒️We are looking for more LABORATEA for season 5, so if you...2025-02-0547 min
So Cultured Podcast7. ORIGINS OF CONSCIOUSNESS + my 'friend' stole my research idea!!🧠 welcome the penultimate episode of season 4 of the @SoCulturedPodcast ! This season is all about discovering science through the lens of history, and in today’s episode we are delving into the origins of Consciousness! ❓What is consciousness? How did it evolve? Are animals conscious? Why haven’t we evolved to think logically like computers? Is AI conscious? Could we be living in a simulation? We’re exploring it all today! 🕶️ 😳We are also bringing you a listener story telling us all about a ‘friend’ who stole her entire research idea for her third year project! H...2025-01-2944 min
So Cultured Podcast6. ORIGINS OF DNA + wearing lab goggles to a funeral?!🧬 EPISODE 6, ALREADY?! Yes, today's episode is all about THE ORIGINS OF DNA! ❓What if we could rewind time to the very first spark of life? What would we find? How did DNA—the molecule that defines every living thing—come to be? Today, we explore all of these questions and talk about the wacky experiments and scientists who helped us answer them.😳and for todays LaboraTEA... we are bringing you another STEM themed ‘WOULD YOU RATHER?’ - don’t forget to make sure you’re following us on instagram if you want to take part in these a...2025-01-2248 min
So Cultured Podcast5. ORIGINS OF SEX + should I pursue my taken labmate??🍆 welcome BACK to season 4 episode 5 of the @SoCulturedPodcast ! This season is all about discovering science through the lens of history, and in today’s episode we are delving into the origins of Sex! ❓Where did Sex originate? Where did humans think babies came from through time? Why did we think tiny humans were in sperm cells? How has it evolved from small cellular organisms to today? We’re exploring it all! 🐸😳We are also bringing you a listener story seeking our help on what they should do about a scandalous lab crush! Is Gavin a f*ckboy...2025-01-1542 minSo Cultured Podcast4. ORIGINS OF OUR SOLAR SYSTEM + he put a b*mb in a university?🤖 we're on episode 4 BABY! today's episode is all about THE ORIGINS OF OUR SOLAR SYSTEM. You guys apparently LOVE our space themed episodes, sooo we listened to your feedback and today we're bringing you ANOTHER. ❓In todays episode, we're exploring how our very own solar system originated. Who were the key figures in answering these questions? What theories have existed and how have they changed over time?😳and for todays LaboraTEA... we read a listener story from a STEM girly who got SCAMMED by a guy who went to jail for putting a b**b in...2025-01-0844 min
So Cultured Podcast3. ORIGINS OF SLEEP + am i delulu for fancying my TA?💤 welcome BACK to season 4 episode 3 of the @SoCulturedPodcast ! This season is all about discovering science through the lens of history, and in today’s episode we are delving into the origins of Sleep! ❓Where did Sleep originate? How has it evolved from small cellular organisms to today? How is artificial light changing the game? Who were the key figures in the field? We’re exploring it all today! 🥱 😳We are also bringing you a listener story seeking our help on what they should do about fancying their TA! Could it be a whirlwind lab r...2024-12-1840 min
So Cultured Podcast2. ORIGINS OF AI + sending an accidental n*de to your PI?🤖 welcome BACK to season 4 episode 2 of the @SoCulturedPodcast ! This season is all about discovering science through the lens of history, and todays episode we are delving into the origins of AI!❓Where did AI get its start? Who were the key figures in the field? How has it progressed over time!? We’re exploring it all today!😳We are also bringing you our crazy ‘would you rather?’ STEM edition for this seasons laboratea! Would you rather send an accidental nude to your PI or to your IG story?! Let’s break it down 🤣check out sc...2024-12-1150 min
So Cultured Podcast1. ORIGINS OF VIRUSES + my lab is a cult...🦠Hey guys! Welcome to the FIRST episode of SERIES 4 of the So Cultured Podcast! This series we delve into the ORIGINS- looking at science through the lens of history! In This episode we are discussing the Origins of Viruses 🦠🔬❓Where did viruses come from? What did ancient civilisations think of viruses and disease? What does “hair of the dog” have to do with viruses…? 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁!😳Not only that but we are back with the listeners FAVOURITE part, 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗧𝗘𝗔 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲! This week we have a listener who tells us all about their LAB GROUP BEING A CULT! What advice do we give? Listen till the end! 🗒️Have your own LaboraTEA to share for next seas...2024-12-0446 min
So Cultured Podcast8. Gattaca EXPOSED + we guess each others PhD projects!Hey So Cultured fammm! IT’S THE LAST EPISODE OF THE SERIES…CRY!!!!! In this final week we are exposing a less known Sci Fi film (imo anyway)… GATTACA! Now I’m gonna go ahead and say that this is probably the most scientifically accurate film as it dives into the world of genetically edited babies and a dystopian future where your class depends on whether you’re ‘In utero’ or ‘In vitro’. Is it realistic? Is the science accurate? Could we be looking at genetically modified humans in the future? Based on our research… it’s already happened! Listen in to find out...2024-10-091h 15
So Cultured Podcast7. Interstellar EXPOSED + getting drunk at conferences?It’s that time of the week again… time to expose some sci fi science with your STEM besties + this week we’re delving into the film ‘INTERSTELLAR’. One of the best sci fi movies of ALL time (we think). Join us as we discuss what wormholes are + if they’re REAL, whether we could transport embryos to space and if we could survive falling into a black hole! There’s a lot to unpack so, let’s get into it!And for todays LABORATEA, we are back with some super fun POLLS.. Tune in to hear more...2024-10-0356 min
So Cultured Podcast6. The Meg EXPOSED + we cheated on our exams...Episode 6 will take us beneath the waves… Today we will be exploring the scientific accuracies… and inaccuracies of The Meg. This episode dives deep into whether a megalodon could still be lurking in our ocean and how the film matches up to the science. Could we ever see the return of this extinct species?This weeks laboratea sees the polls return! We’ve had such a positive response from the last set of polls, so we have brought them back. We asked our IG followers whether they have ever cheated in a class test, or whe...2024-09-2548 min
So Cultured Podcast5. Star Wars EXPOSED + Pregnant with my PIs babyIt's time for another hour of science with your STEM besties! 🩷🧬🪐aannnddd this week, we are exposing the science behind the ICONIC franchise STAR WARS! Are midochlorians based on real science? Could we have our very own lightsabers one day and was space depicted accurately in the films? Let's dive straight into it.and obviouslyyyy, we are bringing you the laboraTEA! Our listener is pretty sure her colleague is pregnant with her PIs baby, and theyre eloping to the UK together? lets unravel this ASAP!! Don’t forget to share your though...2024-09-1844 min
So Cultured Podcast4. Jurassic Park EXPOSED + my PI is stealing grant moneyWelcome back besties! This week we are exposing the science in an ABSOLUTE classic, Jurassic Park. If you’ve been living under a rock… or should I say fossil (that was really bad I know), then we delve into the film franchise and how these dinosaurs came to be. Is it realistic? Is the science accurate? Could we actually bring back dinosaurs or other species from extinction? Word on the street is that woolly mammoths might one day roam the earth. Listen in to find out.Not only that but we are back with the list...2024-09-1151 min
So Cultured Podcast3. The Martian EXPOSED + do you poo at work?This is EXPOSED episode 3 - today we will be exploring the scientific accuracies… and inaccuracies of The Martian. This episode uncovers whether we could sustain life on Mars, whether we could grow crops, or even how you could communicate with Earth.We will also be discussing this weeks LaboraTEA, although we are taking a different turn and asking you guys to ALL get involved as we uncover the polls we have asked on our instagram stories. One of the polls we asked was whether you poo at work?Wanna le...2024-09-0457 min
So Cultured Podcast2. Planet Of The Apes EXPOSED + inappropriate lab flirtingEXPOSED... EPISODE 2 👀🦧 In this episode, we're diving into the fascinating science behind Planet of the Apes. We’ll explore some big questions: Could viruses really trigger such rapid evolution? Could apes ever develop the ability to speak like humans? And what are the key psychological differences between us and our closest animal relatives? Tune in for all the mind-blowing details!As always, we’re serving up some hot laboraTEA. This week, we’ve got a juicy listener story about more LAB drama—harassing a lab colleague? this convo got deep..We can’t wait for you to dive into...2024-08-2850 min
So Cultured Podcast1. The Last of Us EXPOSED + A secret lab affair?Hey guys!Welcome back to the So Cultured Podcast! We're kicking off our brand new series with a bang. This season, we want to expose the science from your favourite tv shows and movies. In episode 1 we will be delving into the science that is the driving force behind The Last of Us. How realistic is the show? Could climate change really affect which creatures the cordyceps fungus infects? Could we really become zombies? Listen in to find out!And don't forget, we always serve every episode with a side of the...2024-08-2159 min
So Cultured Podcast8. The science behind love + the big fat So Cultured quizIt’s our last episode of season 2!! We cannot believe it.Today we are going to be talking about LOVE… No, it is not valentines day but Yaz has some interesting stories about her love life and she delves into what’s going on in the science behind this crazy emotion.Dating and love can be difficult, you feel a strong desire for someone but maybe you aren’t sure about your feelings. Yaz discusses the reasons you may be feeling a certain way. We discuss hormones, studies of the brain and our own stories.The...2024-06-191h 02
So Cultured Podcast7. The science behind muscle growth + dealing with a 'stingy' PI7th episodee, whattt?!!! let’s cover fitness, muscle growth and ‘gym’ supplements. fitness advice is more confusing than it has ever been, but today liv is breaking down the actual science behind this topic. Specifically she’ll cover how our muscles ACTUALLY grow, if gene variants may influence whether that superset workout you saw on tiktok will even work for you, and if protein powder is a scam or actually beneficial?YEH, there’s a lot to get into! Straight after, Yaz is reading ANOTHER listener story all about someone dea...2024-06-1254 min
So Cultured Podcast6. The science behind ice baths + a 'friend' sabotages my experiment!!Welcome back to So Cultured! In this episode we take the plunge into finding out the science behind ice baths/cold water immersion!See it all over your favourite influencers social media or have you noticed this wellness trend sky rocket? Well we decide, based on peer-reviewed studies, whether this is a wellness trend worth doing! We cover many different aspects including metabolism, longer lifespans, and animal hibernation...For this weeks laboraTEA, we have our very own juicy stories to share with our favourite 'WWYD if!' goss! From a 'friend' sabotaging our experiments..... to...2024-06-0557 min
So Cultured Podcast5. The science behind natural phenomena + prof leaked textsWe are bringing you episode 5 of the Science Behind … Today, Yaz will be explaining the Science Behind several natural phenomena. We discuss different phenomena including geological, atmospheric and biological. Join us to hear about how the Northern Lights form. We also discuss bioluminescence and tsunamis. This week’s laboraTEA is a little bit different as we will be discussing a story that has made it onto the news. This is a more serious story than our usual TEA and we want to make you aware that this is not gossip...2024-05-291h 09
So Cultured Podcast4. The science behind Neuralink + a lab love triangle...Let's take a deep dive into The Science Behind… Neuralink.This week, we explore the mechanisms behind Neuralink, how it works, and why it's considered a breakthrough in neurotechnology. From its ability to potentially treat neurological disorders to its ambitious goal of merging humans with AI, we break down the science behind this cutting-edge technology. But there are many downsides that we need to discuss...It doesn’t stop there, for this week's laboraTEA things take a juicier turn as we discuss a lab love triangle. From the awkward dynamics of lab rela...2024-05-2255 min
So Cultured Podcast3. The science behind Ozempic + your ex joins your lab!?In this episode of So Cultured, we dive deep into The Science Behind….Ozempic.This week, we explore the mechanisms behind Ozempic, how it works, and why it's prescribed for type 2 diabetes. From its ability to lower blood sugar levels to its potential benefits beyond diabetes management, we break down the science behind this well-known drug. But we don't stop there – we delve into the ongoing debate surrounding its reputation as a weight loss aid and the implications this has on individuals seeking treatment.It doesn’t stop there, for this weeks laboraTEA things take a lighter turn as we discuss...2024-05-1555 min
So Cultured Podcast2. The science behind personality + real life Breaking BadIt’s the So Cultured Girlies back with episode 2 of The Science Behind!Today we are understanding the complexities of personality. Join us as Yaz discusses the different types of personalities and why we might have them. We discuss the underlying mechanisms that shape who we are, how we think, and why we behave the way we do. Are personalities down to environmental or genetic factors?We also discuss a recent scientific paper that looks at whether Siberian Tigers have a personality!?In this we...2024-05-0856 min
So Cultured Podcast1. The science behind dreams + an internship gone wrong?WELCOME to the first episode of SEASON 2! The Science behind! To kickstart the series, we are going to be exploring the science behind DREAMS. Join us as Liv delves into the mysterious world of dreams, uncovering the fascinating science behind why we dream, what they mean, and how they impact our waking lives. From Freudian theories to modern neuroscience, get ready to unlock the secrets of your subconscious and embark on a journey through the science of dreams.And dont worry, we are still DISHING out the laboratea. We’re bringing you a story from on...2024-05-011h 07So Cultured Podcast8. An invasion of a trillion bugs + our journeys into stemThis episode is grand finale of Series 1 of the So Culture Podcast!We're wrapping up this series with an episode that promises to be both intellectually stimulating and deeply personal. Join us as Taz explores why maths and biology may intertwine in the context of the evolution of a certain NOISY invertebrate. And why the intricate calculations behind these fascinating creatures means 2024 is particularly special year! Get ready for a deep dive into the fascinating connections between numbers and life itself.But wait, there's more! In a s...2024-03-2757 minSo Cultured Podcast7. Is there a black hole in the sun? + "how I caused a fight at a conference.."We’re almost finished with series 1!! What a journey it’s been. Today we tale a turn and explore something out of our comfort zone - the wonderful world of ASTROPHYSICS.Join us as Yaz explores the cosmic enigma of dark matter. We discuss the intriguing possibility of a black hole in the sun and how it could be the key to unraveling the mysteries of dark matter. Get ready for a mind-bending journey through space! But that's not all – Liv will be discussing a listener's Laboratea story that's as hot as it gets. Tune in as w...2024-03-2047 minSo Cultured Podcast6. Can AI predict your death?! + Poisoning your lab mate...ITS THE SIXTH EPISODE? WHATTT? Brace yourselves for a journey into the intriguing and sometimes eerie intersections of technology and human behaviour. Today, Liv dives headfirst into the world of a fortune-telling AI, you’ll learn about AI, deep learning and the model behind the fortune telling.Join us as we unpack the implications, ethics, and downright spookiness of this cutting-edge technology. But that's not the only plot twist in today's episode. Yaz provides the jaw-dropping Laboratea involving psycho lab colleagues with a penchant for poisoning others… tune in to hear more. 2024-03-1351 minSo Cultured Podcast5. Struggling sperm + scientist scandals!Welcome back to the fifth episode of So Cultured! 🎙️🧫This week, Yaz explores a surprising trend—increasing infertility in men. What's behind the struggles of sperm? We're delving into the science behind the headlines to uncover the potential causes and implications.After all of that science, there will be the much anticipated Laboratea as Taz tells us about a listener-submitted email that shares the juiciest gossip about what might just be the biggest case of science fraud in Britain!Whether you're intrigued by reproductive health or have an appetite for fraud scandals, this episode ha...2024-03-0653 minSo Cultured Podcast4. Blame it on the ancestors! + a new class project: hacking my boyfriend...Welcome to the fourth episode of So Cultured! 🎙️ This week, Taz peels back the layers of time to explore how the lifestyles of our ancestors might be influencing our susceptibility to autoimmune diseases, with a special focus on multiple sclerosis. Join us on this journey through history and science as we uncover potential links between our past and present health challenges.But that's not all – Liv has a listener story to share. Tune in as we discuss a listener seeking advice on an unconventional approach to honing her coding skills. Her plan? Hacking into her partner's email. We'll dissect the ethical...2024-02-2848 minSo Cultured Podcast3. Why DNA isn't your destiny + is your professor a DILF?WELCOME BACK! Today, Liv is telling you all about a study that showed that obese mice are THE reason, their own grandchildren are also obese. Get ready to learn all about the field of epigenetics + epigenetic inheritance. WARNING: This episode might leave you with more questions…After all that knowledge, Yaz is about to make you laugh your ass off with a story from one of you guys about a professor breaking the rules on an end of year boat party, does it sound sus? Well yes it IS sus… listen in to find out...2024-02-2151 minSo Cultured Podcast2. Faeces fuelled flights + scamming PhD students...Welcome to the latest episode of the So Cultured Podcast! Today, Yaz is about to blow your mind with some wild news: there's a company out there turning human poop into jet fuel. Yep, you heard that right! Get ready to learn about the crazy tech making this possible and why it might just be the future of eco-friendly fuel.But hold onto your seats, because Taz has some juicy gossip to spill. We're diving into the scandalous world of a company allegedly scamming PhD students out of big bucks. It's a wild ride...2024-02-1450 minSo Cultured Podcast1. A new upgrade for humans? + Your fav influencer is a catfish!Welcome to the debut episode of the So Cultured Podcast! 🎙️ in todays episode Taz will explore the mind-bending possibility of humans having their own software upgrades, through unlocking the new capabilities of gene editing!Through this, Taz sheds light on the latest advancements in treating sickle cell disease. Join us as we discuss groundbreaking developments that could pave the way for improved lives and medical progress.And of course, get ready for Liv to spill the HOT Laboratea. Ever heard of a certain tech influencer with 115k followers that recently turned out to be a catfish? Get ready for some spicy...2024-02-0754 minSo Cultured PodcastSo Cultured Podcast TRAILERWelcome to the "SO CULTURED" podcast where science, tech, and a dash of sass collide! Join your hosts Liv, Yaz, and Taz on a journey through the latest in the world of science and technology.Each week, we dish up a blend of cutting-edge news, discoveries, and sizzling gossip from the realms of labs and circuits. All served with a side of piping hot "laboratea" that will have you laughing out loud.We can't wait to hang out with you- Liv, Yaz and Taz xo Hosted on...2024-01-3102 min